The Old Crown is a restaurant in Digbeth, Birmingham. Rated 4.5 stars from 2486 Google reviews. Known for atmosphere and character and staff attentiveness. Best for sunday dinner and local pints.
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The Old Crown
| Rating | 4.5★ |
| Reviews | 2,486 |
| Best for | Sunday dinner |
Quick Verdict
A 14th-century pub with a working beer garden, live music, and staff who make you feel looked after.
You want a proper local with character, attentive staff, and a beer garden that justifies the trip to Digbeth.
About The Old Crown
A Sunday dinner at The Old Crown is one of the best in Digbeth, and the timber-framed 14th-century building it happens inside gives the whole thing a weight that newer pubs simply cannot fake. The atmosphere is the kind that gets called charming without irony: plenty of character in the old structure, and a room that feels genuinely looked after. So does the guest — Kieron and Kelly behind the bar are the names people mention when they talk about why they came back. The sea bass is the dish that shows up in the food conversation most often. Pre-match pints before a Blues game, a long Sunday lunch, a quiet midweek visit: the place handles all of it the same way, without fuss.
What Stands Out
Atmosphere and character
Multiple recent reviews highlight the charming atmosphere and character of the space; one local called it 'one of the best Sunday dinners I've ever had' in a 5-star review from September.
Staff attentiveness
A September visit noted that Kieron and Kelly 'really made us feel looked after' with friendly, welcoming service that defined the experience.
Beer garden
The beer garden is mentioned 71 times across Google reviews — far more than any other feature — and is listed in the pub's core description.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Old Crown
The Old Crown in Digbeth is a strong choice for Sunday dinner — a recent local review called it 'one of the best Sunday dinners I've ever had', and the pub's charming 14th-century setting and attentive staff create the right atmosphere for the occasion.
The Old Crown has a large beer garden, which is the most frequently mentioned feature across reviews. It's a major draw for the pub and a central part of what makes the space work.
The Old Crown in Digbeth is a timber-framed 14th-century inn with genuine character and a charming atmosphere. Recent visitors describe it as welcoming and relaxed, with staff who are attentive and friendly throughout the visit.
The Old Crown hosts live music — it's part of the regular programming at the pub and mentioned in the venue's core offering alongside pub grub and the beer garden.
The Old Crown's size, character, and beer garden make it well-suited to groups. Recent reviews highlight the welcoming atmosphere and attentive staff, which work well for larger occasions.
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On the Digbeth Hot List · ranked October 2026
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